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20 Years of Frights: Pittsburgh Scarehouse

John Blinn, Head Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 30, 2021

2021 marks 20 years of Scarehouse, John Blinn takes us behind the scenes of how they event is put on each year!

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Recap: Ribfest returns to Pittsburgh in 2021

John Blinn, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 16, 2021

PITTSBURGH -- It was one of the mightiest and meatiest returns to Pittsburgh that we have seen since COVID-19 hit the Steel City. Ribfest took place right outside of Heinz Field, decorating the street with a haze of smoke that had seeped right out of cooking pork. 2021 marked...

City life remains active during social distancing, with many using the nice day to get exercise with pets. March 22, 2020. Pittsburgh, PA.

How the JFCS creates new lives for refugees in Pittsburgh

John Blinn
September 15, 2021

PITTSBURGH -- With violence and chaos erupting in Afghanistan, citizens of the country are looking for a safe haven. One local organization has been helping refugees find a home in Pittsburgh and is currently creating a lifeline for Afghans who are fleeing the violence. Starting...

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RMU Band prepares to perform in front of live audiences and around the area

John Blinn, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 7, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP-- Music is about to return to Robert Morris University! Campus life is gradually coming back to normal. Several sports, Bobbymania and fully in-person classes have already made an appearance in the Fall 2021 semester. The Colonial football team is not the only...

Robert Morris University officials advise students to celebrate holiday safely after large number of cases last semester

Robert Morris University officials advise students to celebrate holiday safely after large number of cases last semester

John Blinn, News Editor
March 16, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Two years ago, St. Patrick's Day celebrations would consist of vibrant green parades and buzzing parties. One year ago, the nation spent the holiday indoors, just reeling from the initial blow that COVID-19 put on our way of life. This year, things are...

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Co-CEO of Netflix grants $3 million to Robert Morris University to be used for scholarships

John Blinn, News Editor
January 27, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has received $3 million dollars from Netflix founder and co-CEO Reed Hastings. The money will be used to fund a total of 20 scholarships for incoming students. The RMU Next Century Scholarships will cover room, board and the cost of...

Robert Morris University will begin issuing required COVID-19 tests to students

Robert Morris University will begin issuing required COVID-19 tests to students

John Blinn, News Editor
October 21, 2020

UPDATE: The original version of this article featured information about a saliva test for COVID-19 that would take less than 15 minutes to complete. The team at Curative Inc. has since clarified that this test is an oral swab, taking around 20 seconds to complete. MOON TOWNSHIP...

Robert Morris University introduces the new Colonial Success Fund

Robert Morris University introduces the new Colonial Success Fund

John Blinn, News Editor
October 15, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Certain Robert Morris University students could receive up to $5,000 annually with the new Colonial Success Fund. Through a new financial tool known as an income share agreement (ISA), select students can receive this funding but will be required to pay a...

Wheres the News? Episode 16 (FEAT. Rick Sebak)

Where’s the News? Episode 16 (FEAT. Rick Sebak)

John Blinn, Nick Hedderick, and Garret Roberts
October 13, 2020

Rather than hard news and election coverage, the Where's the News? crew talks hotdogs, Pittsburgh and documentaries with special guest Rick Sebak. Tune in for fun stories, Steel City Secrets and cylindrical meat. Songs Used: Intro: Ohayo by Smith The Mister https://smiththemister.bandcamp.com Smith...

Robert Morris University offers up to $40,000 through a new scholarship program competing with Duquesne

Robert Morris University offers up to $40,000 through a new scholarship program competing with Duquesne

John Blinn, News Editor
September 25, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has established a new scholarship program in an attempt to set itself apart from local rival Duquesne University. Up to $40,000, that's how much a student who has been accepted into both Robert Morris and Duquesne could save if they...

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